The Shambaa people, also called the Sambaa, Shambala, Sambala or Sambara are an ethnic group. The Sambaa people are related to the Bondei people. Their ancestral home is on the Usambara Mountains of L
Sambaa couple c.1890s
a Shambaa elder, early 20th century
Shambaa woman processing grain c. 1901. Taken by Techmer, Fritz
Shambaa men c. 1900s. Taken by Techmer, Fritz
The Bondei People are a Bantu ethnic group based in Muheza District and Pangani District of eastern Tanga Region in Tanzania. The Bondei speak Kibondei, a Bantu language and are culturally related to
Bondei man braiding a basket c.1901. Taken by Techmer, Fritz
Bondei Children processing coconuts c.1901. Taken by Techmer, Fritz